Breast Reduction

Breast Reduction in Nashville with Dr. Olivia MaDan

When breasts are too large, they can become a significant physical and emotional burden, attracting unwanted attention and impacting self-esteem.

Overly large breasts can cause physical discomfort and create problems like back, neck, or shoulder pain, making activities like exercise or sports uncomfortable. Reducing the size of large breasts can alleviate chronic neck and shoulder pain and improve your body proportions making clothes fit better. Breast reduction procedures can help improve your quality of life and renew your femininity, increasing your appearance satisfaction, and overall well-being.

Breast reduction in Nashville, TN, can help renew your femininity by balancing your bodily proportions and enhancing your breast shape, volume, and projection to enrich your confidence. No matter your reason for choosing breast reduction, Dr. Olivia MaDan and our compassionate all-female staff at BEYOND Collective are dedicated to helping you achieve your cosmetic goals and feel more confident in your own skin.

Are you interested in learning how breast reduction surgery can enhance your figure and boost your confidence? Contact us at (615) 327-0303 or request your consultation to begin your breast reduction journey today! We are located in Nashville, TN, and we proudly serve patients from the Nashville and Murfreesboro areas.

At A Glance:
Breast Reduction

What Is Breast Reduction Surgery?

Breast reduction is a surgical procedure designed to reduce the size and weight of disproportionately large breasts. A breast reduction also lifts the breasts, producing a more youthful appearance and improving overall symmetry. A breast reduction can also improve the shape, position, and size of the areolae to enhance the overall breast appearance.

Women have many reasons for choosing to undergo a breast reduction. Disproportionately large breasts can impact women regardless of their age or weight. Large, heavy breasts can diminish one’s quality of life by causing physical discomfort when exercising or causing mental or emotional distress by attracting unwanted attention. Many of the women considering breast reduction may also struggle with their weight. After a breast reduction, your lighter, lifted breasts make exercise and physical activity easier and more enjoyable. Breast reduction may be a key component to achieving and maintaining your ideal body weight. With our customized breast reduction surgery at BEYOND Collective, Dr. Olivia MaDan creates more proportionate breasts by eliminating excess skin, fat, and glandular tissues to create lifted, smaller-sized breasts for each individual patient.

During your consultation, Dr. MaDan will determine the appropriate breast reduction technique based on your current breast size/shape and desired breast size/shape.  The characteristics taken into account include the degree of sagging (ptosis), current and desired breast size and shape, and skin quality. Typically, Dr. MaDan prefers the Wise or anchor pattern incisions to allow a reduction in both the horizontal and vertical vectors. The incisions are placed around the nipple-areola complex down to the bottom of the breast and within the inframammary fold, to achieve optimal results.

Dr. MaDan’s breast reduction technique often differs from other local Nashville surgeons in that lateral breast and axillary liposuction is included as part of the procedure. She believes this component is critical in reducing the width of the breast and creating a beautiful lateral breast curve. Shape is often the most important component of the final outcome after a breast reduction. The scars will always be present, but they will soften and fade over time.  

Nashville Breast Reduction Benefits

With natural-looking results, breast reduction in Nashville creates a more proportionate overall figure by eliminating excess breast tissue, skin, and fat and can help:

  • Reduce neck, shoulder, or back pain
  • Decrease weight and volume on the chest
  • Improve stamina and comfort during physical activities like sports or exercise
  • Alleviate chafing and irritation beneath the breasts
  • Relieve shoulder indentations
  • Address sagging and drooping to improve breast appearance
  • Enhance areolae appearance by improving shape, position, and size
  • Improve posture, breathing, and sleeping concerns
  • Rejuvenate overall proportions for a more youthful figure
  • Revitalize self-confidence
  • Renew a sense of femininity and restore self-image
  • Allow a more flattering fit of clothing or undergarments

Choosing Dr. Olivia MaDan and BEYOND as Your Nashville Breast Reduction Provider

Patient care is an honor and privilege at BEYOND Collective. With a broad range of effective aesthetic treatments and procedures with proven results, we empower our patients with the information necessary to make educated decisions about their aesthetic choices. Our mission is to understand our patients’ goals and motivations to deliver outcomes that exceed expectations and an outstanding experience from consultation, treatment, and beyond.

As one of Nashville’s premier female plastic surgeons, Dr. Olivia MaDan specializes in breast and body contouring surgeries. The most rewarding aspect of plastic surgery for Dr. MaDan is seeing her patients restore their self-image and confidence and improve their quality of life by resolving their most bothersome areas. She appreciates getting to know her patients and fostering meaningful connections.

Your Breast Reduction Consultation in Nashville, TN

At BEYOND Collective, we understand that thorough patient consultations are essential to building a trusting relationship. During your consultation, Dr. MaDan aims to get to know you as a person—your hobbies, career, and day-to-day life—to understand your breast reduction concerns and goals. Dr. MaDan encourages your input and listens to empower you to achieve beautiful, natural-looking results you’ll love. As one of Nashville’s premier female plastic surgeons, Dr. MaDan will review your breast reduction options and utilize 3D imaging software to help you visualize your potential results.

Consultations with Dr. MaDan always begin fully clothed. Once you are ready for the physical assessment, Dr. MaDan will lead you to our welcoming examination rooms, where you’ll change into one of our hand-dyed robes to ensure your comfort. After Dr. MaDan concludes her exam, you will have photos taken for our 3D imaging simulation.

Am I an Ideal Candidate for Breast Reduction Surgery?

With many reasons for pursuing breast reduction, these candidates are women wanting reduction of the size and weight of their large breasts to alleviate physical discomfort and mental distress. While there is no age limit for breast reduction procedures, patients should have fully developed breast tissues.

Good candidates interested in breast reduction surgery in Nashville should:

  • Be at a healthy, stable body weight
  • Be in good overall health and living a healthy lifestyle
  • Be a non-smoker or willing to quit at least 6 weeks before and after surgery
  • Have no medical conditions that may impair healing
  • Have a positive outlook and realistic goals for the procedure
  • Understand the surgical risks and benefits
  • Not be pregnant or breastfeeding and have no immediate plans for childbearing

Meet Dr. Olivia MaDan

Nashville Plastic Surgeon &
Founder of BEYOND Collective

As one of Nashville’s premier female plastic surgeons, Dr. MaDan and her dedicated all-female team at BEYOND Collective understand that each patient has a unique motivation for choosing plastic surgery. Our experts strive to help you accomplish your aesthetic goals to restore your self-image and improve your quality of life. By delivering an outstanding experience with a personalized touch, Dr. MaDan and our compassionate staff want to exceed your expectations and empower you to feel more confident in your own skin.

Preparing for Breast Reduction in Nashville, TN

Before your Nashville breast reduction, it’s essential to be in good overall health. Here’s some information to help you prepare.

  • Stick to a consistent exercise program, and eat a healthy, well-rounded diet with plenty of protein to help you maintain your stable weight and avoid weight fluctuations.
  • Stay well-hydrated before and after surgery.
  • Visit your primary physician for an examination and appropriate testing to ensure you’re medically fit for surgery. For any person aged 40 and over, we require a mammogram within one year of surgery. For patients aged 50 and older, we require a set of routine labs, such as CBC, BMP/CMP, and EKG.
  • Stop taking medications, supplements, or vitamins that increase bleeding or bruising risks for at least two weeks before and after surgery. For example, avoid fish oil, garlic, ginseng, vitamin E, and ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory medications.
  • Arrange for assistance. First, you will need a responsible adult to drive you home after your procedure and stay with you for at least 24 hours. You may also need help with household management or childcare for a few weeks following surgery.
  • If you currently smoke, vape, or use nicotine products, you should quit. As smoking is detrimental to your overall health and recovery, Dr. MaDan requires that patients stop smoking at least 6 weeks before and after surgery. Concurrent nicotine use with breast reduction surgery is high risk for partial or complete nipple loss. Dr. MaDan will not perform your breast reduction surgery if you are using any nicotine products. A urine nicotine test will be performed on the morning of your procedure.
  • Prepare your home and allow time in your schedule for recovery. Take adequate time off work, complete necessary chores and activities before surgery, and create a comfortable place to recover. It’s also helpful to freeze meals or set up a food delivery service. All necessary medications, supplies, and garments will be provided at your pre-operative appointment.

Nashville Breast Reduction Procedure Overview

On the night before surgery, don’t eat or drink anything after midnight; however, take necessary medications with small sips of water. Avoid wearing makeup, lotions, or deodorants, and remove all jewelry. Wear comfortable, loose clothing that is easy to put on after your procedure.

Review your paperwork to ensure your surgery location and arrival time. At check-in, you may need to provide identification and emergency contact information.

On the day of your procedure, you’ll meet with Dr. MaDan and your anesthesia provider to review the details of your surgery and answer any final questions.

According to your individual surgical plan developed during your consultation, Dr. MaDan will begin your breast reduction by making the appropriate incisions. Dr. MaDan will remove excess skin, fat, and glandular breast tissues to create a smaller, lifted breast. Dr. MaDan will resize or reshape the areolae and reposition the nipples for a more youthful, aesthetic look.

 

For optimal results, Dr. MaDan will perform liposuction on the lateral breast/axilla (underarm area) to decrease the breast width and create a beautiful lateral breast curve.

After lifting and reducing the breast, Dr. MaDan will use dissolvable sutures to perform a meticulous multi-layer closure. She will cover the incisions with steri-strips that will remain in place until your first post-operative appointment.

Breast reduction surgery typically takes 3 to 4 hours, depending on the individual characteristics of the procedure. Typically, surgical drains are not required for routine breast reduction surgery. 

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Nashville Breast Reduction Recovery

  • Breast reduction procedures in Nashville are performed as outpatient procedures, meaning you will go home on the same day after surgery. Typically, drainage tubes are not required for breast reduction surgery. Arrange for someone to drive you home from your procedure and help you with household tasks, including childcare or pet care, for a few days.
  • For the first few days following your breast reduction, you will experience mild to moderate pain and feel tired and sore. You should expect mild bruising, swelling, numbness, and tightness across the chest that will obscure your final results. It will gradually subside over the next few months. To alleviate your discomfort, Dr. MaDan may prescribe pain medications or recommend over-the-counter medications.
  • After your breast reduction, you will be fitted with a surgical bra to minimize swelling and support your contours. You must wear your support garment at all times, except when showering, for several weeks. Dr. MaDan will advise you about wearing underwire bras following recovery.
  • To protect your sutures and allow tissues to heal properly, avoid strenuous activities like exercise and heavy lifting for at least 6 to 8 weeks. Patients can resume light exercises like walking or riding a stationary bike within 2 weeks.
  • Breast reduction recovery greatly depends upon the extent of the procedure and your body’s individual healing abilities. Most patients need 1 to 2 weeks for initial recovery, and most feel well enough to resume working at that time. You can resume working when you no longer need pain medications and can abide by Dr. MaDan’s restrictions.

How Soon Will I See My Breast Reduction Results?

Following breast reduction surgery, patients typically see the immediate results of smaller, lifted breasts. Some patients describe feeling “light, having a weight lifted off” their chest. Many women experience minimal pain with surgery as they have been dealing with the chronic, low-grade pain associated with large, heavy breasts for many years. However, it’s important to be prepared for the mild, incisional pain, initial swelling and bruising that may obscure final results for several weeks. Initially, the lower pole of the breast may have a flat appearance. This is normal and expected. As the tissues heal, the lower pole will relax and round out. Final shaping and outcome may require 3 full months’ time.  It may take 6 months to a year for residual swelling to resolve, revealing your full results.

While Dr. MaDan takes care to place incisions in the most inconspicuous areas, scarring will be most pronounced in the first few months after your procedure. It may take a year or more for the scars to mature and match your skin tone. The scar will never disappear entirely. Dr. MaDan will provide you with her medical-grade scar therapy regimen to optimize the appearance of your scars.

Breast reduction surgery provides long-lasting results by eliminating excess breast tissue, skin, and fat. However, weight fluctuations, hormone changes and gravity may impact your results over time. Following all post-operative instructions and maintaining a healthy diet and exercise routine will help you maintain long-lasting results from your Nashville breast reduction.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding After Breast Reduction

Pregnancy and breastfeeding after breast reduction surgery are possible for many women, although individual experiences vary. The ability to breastfeed largely depends on the surgical technique used and the preservation of milk ducts and nerves. While some women may experience a reduction in milk supply, others can breastfeed successfully. Pregnancy after breast reduction is generally safe. Consulting with Dr. MaDan and a lactation specialist can provide personalized insights and guidance for those considering pregnancy and breastfeeding after the procedure.

Partner with Nashville’s Premier Female Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Olivia MaDan

Dr. Olivia MaDan is one of Nashville’s premier female plastic surgeons, and she understands how breast reduction can help alleviate discomfort and improve her patients’ confidence. As an expert in breast procedures, Dr. MaDan and her experienced team strive to help you enhance your overall appearance and increase your body positivity.

Learn about breast reduction near me options in Nashville by calling (615) 327-0303 or completing our online form to schedule your consultation today!

Breast Reduction in Nashville FAQs

GalaFLEX or Durasorb are brand names of an internal soft tissue scaffold made of absorbable, strong, synthetic suture material. While this mesh is more often used in breast implant revision procedures, it can be placed for extra lower pole support in breast reduction procedures if needed. Dr. MaDan will assess your tissues and may recommend additional soft tissue support. The most likely patient to benefit from the placement of an internal bra is someone with loose skin and a history of massive weight loss, weight loss surgery, or gastric bypass surgery.

Yes, a breast reduction is performed at an accredited surgical center under general anesthesia provided by an anesthesiologist. Typically, an IV is placed in the pre-op holding room. You are given IV medications for relaxation and induction of anesthesia. After you are asleep, an airway (LMA- laryngeal mask airway or ETT- endotracheal tube) is placed to assist your breathing during the surgery. When you are awakened from anesthesia, the breathing tube is removed. Some patients may experience a sore throat afterward. This is temporary and usually resolves quickly. It is important to inform your plastic surgeon and the anesthesiologist of any adverse effects of prior anesthesia (including nausea) or family history of anesthesia problems. Anyone taking GLP-1 medications like Semaglutide or Tirzepatide should pause their injections for a minimum of 1 week before surgery to minimize the risk of aspiration. It is acceptable to resume those medications after surgery.

Yes, the minimum requirement is having someone drive you home from surgery and stay with you for the first 24 hours after anesthesia. Depending on your home situation, you may find assistance beneficial, especially if you have young children, pets, or other lifting requirements. You can drive 24 hours after stopping all narcotic pain medications.

Yes, you will be placed in a supportive bra following surgery. You should wear this bra at all times except when showering. This bra will support and protect the tissues throughout recovery. You will not be allowed to wear underwire bras for a minimum of 6 weeks following the procedure. In approximately 3 months, you’ll see your final shape. At that time, it will be beneficial to be remeasured for your new bra size.

The recovery process is different for everyone. Generally, you may feel sore and tight after surgery. Drainage from the lateral breast after liposuction is normal and should subside within 48 hours after surgery. Swelling peaks 72 hours after your procedure. The biggest risk in breast reduction surgery is bleeding. Dr. MaDan will never leave the operating room if something is bleeding. While the risk is extremely low, approximately 4%, we want to optimize your safety and minimize the post-operative risks.

Avoid all exercise and intense activities for 2 weeks following your procedure. After 2 weeks, light activity is acceptable. Light activities include walking, stationary bike, slow Stairmaster—nothing high impact or causing excess bouncing like running or jumping. You will have a weight restriction of 10 pounds for the first 4 weeks following surgery. Upper body exercises should be minimized for at least 6 weeks.

Dr. MaDan recommends waiting to resume strenuous CrossFit-like exercises, bodybuilding, or heavy weightlifting with a barbell (heavy, intense, repetitive upper body exercises) for at least 3 months.

Time off from work depends on your occupation and desired speed to return to work. When you no longer need narcotic pain medication and can abide by all restrictions, it is typically acceptable to return to work. A doctor’s note can be provided for you outlining your specific restrictions. Typically, Dr. MaDan recommends a weight restriction of 10 pounds or less for the first month, then 30 pounds or less for weeks 4 through 6.

Yes. Routine mammograms begin at age 40 and should be performed annually. High-risk screenings should begin at age 35. Your care team (primary care, OB-GYN) should be made aware of your breast reduction surgery. The breast imaging team should also be made aware of this, as post-surgical changes may be seen on mammography.

No. Dr. MaDan performs a meticulous multi-layer closure to ensure the contours of the breast are protected. All sutures are absorbable and do not require removal. After surgery, Dr. MaDan covers the incisions with steri-strips that will remain in place until your first post-operative appointment. Once the steri-strips are removed, Dr. MaDan will start you on her medical-grade scar therapy regimen to ensure your scar becomes almost invisible.

Permanent sensory changes following breast reduction surgery are rare. However, temporary changes are common. After things have healed and settled, nipple sensation typically returns to normal in 2 to 3 months. However, like any other scar, the incision and resulting scar will always remain numb.

Yes, any surgical incision will leave a scar. Dr. MaDan believes the size, shape and position of the reduced breast are more important than actual scars as they will significantly diminish over time. Initially, the anchor pattern scars will appear red but will fade and soften over time. Dr. MaDan will provide you with her medical-grade scar therapy regimen to help the scar fade and achieve the best possible appearance.

No. After your breast reduction surgery, your chest will feel tight. Sometimes, the liposuctioned area (lateral breast and axilla) is the most sore and tender. Although your chest may feel tight and sore, you should be able to perform activities like brushing your teeth and washing your hair without causing surgical complications. It’s important to use your normal arm mobility as shoulder stiffness can occur.

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